According to the report, Fisher was at the home of Gloria Govan, Barnes’s estranged wife, in Los Angeles. When Barnes found out, “he drove 95 miles to beat the s--- out of Fisher,” his teammate with the Lakers in 2011.

“Derek was in Gloria’s backyard with about 10 people having a bonfire on ​​Saturday,” said a source. “Derek’s separated from his wife and there’s a relationship with [Gloria].” The source added, “Barnes was in Santa Barbara [at Memphis Grizzlies training camp] and heard that Fisher was in his house. He went crazy. He got in his car and went to the house and went after Fisher.”

Speaking before the Knicks’ first preseason game, Fisher said “Personal and private matters will remain private.” He briefed the team on the issue before his press conference.

The Grizzlies released a statement regarding the report, saying, “We are aware and currently gathering information regarding today’s report involving Matt Barnes. We have no further comment at this time.”

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